Study the advanced research skills and techniques needed to analyse data and draw in-depth insights. You’ll do this in the context of international development.
You’ll study a range of key international development issues with a core focus on the in-depth methods and approaches to quantitative and qualitative research. This will allow you to gain the essential skills needed to progress your studies or become a working researcher in the fields of international development and development studies.
You’ll enhance your understanding of the techniques used in the analysis of large-scale data and how to effectively present key insights and findings.
Alongside developing your research skills, you will enhance your understanding of:
This course is designed to provide high-quality training to potential doctoral students, as well as essential research skills that are desirable in a number of private and public sector roles.
You should have a bachelor’s honours degree or international equivalent, typically 2:1 or above.
To apply for this course you should have an undergraduate degree in economics, history, geography, politics or international relations.
We may make an offer based on a lower grade if you can provide evidence of your suitability for the degree.
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There is increasing demand for high-level quantitative and qualitative research skills from a wide range of private and public sector recruiters.
Many firms and government departments are now committed to data-driven decision-making, making use of the increased availability of big data.
This course will equip you with a hybrid skill set that combines quantitative, computing and analytical skills with an understanding of international development research and enquiry.
This MRes also equips you to go into further study at PhD level.
Year 1
Semester 1
Compulsory units
Semester 2
You’ll choose either Advanced Qualitative Methods or Advanced Quantitative Methods, and another 15 credits of optional units.
Compulsory units
Optional units
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